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HR 7919 · 119th Congress

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a gasoline tax holiday.

Introduced
2026-03-12
Sponsor
Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]
Cosponsors
0
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What This Bill Does

This bill proposes a temporary break from the federal tax on gasoline. If passed, the government would stop collecting its usual tax on every gallon of gasoline sold for a certain period. The goal is to make gasoline cheaper for consumers at the pump. This change would be made by adjusting the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

Impact on Everyday Americans

For everyday Americans, this bill could mean lower prices at the gas pump, potentially saving money on fuel costs for their vehicles. Families, commuters, and those who rely on driving for work or errands might see some financial relief. However, the federal gasoline tax also helps fund infrastructure projects like roads and bridges, so a tax holiday could reduce the money available for these projects, which could affect future repairs or improvements that benefit all Americans.

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